I will be away for awhile, preaching a retreat for some Carmelite Hermits. I must say that this is probably the most unique invitation I have ever received. They have asked that the focus be on the Eucharist. They will probably get a heavy dose of a saint they have never heard of before, St. Gaspar del Bufalo, but I also made a point to include a pit of John of the Cross in the reflections.
The topics for the week will be as follows:
1.John and Cana
2.Paul and Precious Blood
3.Luke, Prodigal Sons and Fatted Calves
4.Matthew, Multiplication of the Loaves
5.Emmaus and the Liturgy
6.Intimacy an the Eucharist, John of the Cross, Song of Songs, Book of Revelation
7.Holy Thursday
8.Good Friday
9.Holy Saturday
10.The Easter Mystery
HAPPY VALENTINE EVERYBODY !
"a pit of John of the Cross" ;-)
I pray that you have been enriched by preparing these reflections and your time away from budgets and administration!
An impressive community!
Hope you had a great week; I know the brothers did.
Did you get inspired to grow your beard? Smile.
Welcome back.